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SCORE – A Powerful Ally for Entrepreneurs
At Growth By Design, we believe that no entrepreneur builds alone. Whether you're launching your first venture or pushing through the growing pains of an early-stage business, the path forward can feel both exhilarating and overwhelming. That’s why we’re highlighting one of the organizations we deeply respect: SCORE.
SCORE is a national nonprofit organization with a long-standing commitment to helping small business owners succeed. Since its founding in 1964, SCORE has been equipping entrepreneurs with free tools, guidance, and mentorship—and they’ve become an invaluable part of the small business support system nationwide.
"Let Them" and Lead: Turning Challenges into Opportunities for Nonprofits
Dr. Margaret Mead’s timeless quote, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has,” has never felt more relevant. Nonprofits, in particular, have the power to shape their communities—even when faced with seemingly insurmountable obstacles.
Representation in Banking: Why It Matters to All of Us
Have you ever walked into a room and realized that you were the only one who looked like you, spoke like you, or thought like you? For many of us in central and southern Minnesota, there’s usually something in common that we share with others in a given space—whether it's a shared experience, a familiar accent, or similar values. However, if you’ve ever traveled outside your home country, especially to a place where you didn’t speak the language or understand the culture, you may recall that uncomfortable feeling of not quite fitting in or understanding what was going on around you.